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The workwear market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.75% between 2022 and 2027. The market size is forecast to increase by USD 5,731.19 million. The growth of the market depends on several factors such as strict implementation of workplace safety standards in developed countries, innovative product offerings by players of workwear, and growing demand from the end-user industries.
This workwear market report extensively covers market segmentation by product (apparel and footwear), end-user (men and women), and geography (APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America). It also includes an in-depth analysis of drivers, trends, and challenges. Furthermore, the report includes historic market data from 2017 to 2021.
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Our researchers analyzed the data with 2022 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.
Strict implementation of workplace safety standards in developed countries is the key driver for the growth of the market. Industries that focus on worker safety from heat, chemical, and biological hazards, and low visibility continue to grow. Organizations also conduct training to improve safety in the workplace and raise awareness about the effective use of safety equipment. This drives demand for personal protective equipment, including workwear, in developed countries. Regulatory and law enforcement agencies conduct periodic and unscheduled inspections to assess workplace safety measures.
Moreover, these inspections help reduce the rate of work accidents, work injuries, and illnesses. For example, workplace injuries in the US have decreased by nearly 65% ??since the OSH Act was passed in 1970. As a result, strict enforcement of regulations and heavy penalties are boosting the demand for personal protective equipment, including workwear, in developed countries. This is expected to fuel the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Increasing focus on emergency management is the key trend shaping the growth of the market. Emergency management refers to the effective handling of emergencies such as fires, medical attacks, and terrorism by government and non-governmental agencies, also known as first responders. Spending on emergency management is increasing in most countries amid to the growing risk of terrorist attacks and outbreaks of infectious diseases.
Moreover, countries around the globe should also build the strength of their first response teams, including bomb disposal squads and medical emergency teams. These teams need specially designed protective workwear to stay safe from the dangers created by explosive bombs or deadly viruses. As a result, emergency management teams are expected to become significant end-users of workwear and thus drive the growth of the global workwear market during the forecast period.
Poor or inadequate implementation of workplace safety norms in developing countries is the key challenge that affects market growth. Some developing countries have several governing safety regulatory bodies, but none with a clearly defined role. This leads to uncoordinated monitoring of sites, which ultimately saves organizations from being held liable for workplace safety violations. Furthermore, the staffing shortage suggests that only a very small percentage of workplaces are inspected for such violations.
Moreover, China, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam are characterized by raised industrialization, where worker mortality rates are high. This shows that the application of machine-safeguarding or protection solutions is still low. Rising work injury records and lack of clear regulations and enforcement agencies in developing countries are impeding the growth of the global workwear market during the forecast period.
The market research report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their growth strategies.
Global Workwear Market Customer Landscape
Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
3M Co.: The company offers workwear such as 3M disposable chemical protective coverall safety workwear 4565 BLK L 25 EA, and 3M disposable chemical protective coverall safety workwear 4565 XXL.
The research report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 20 market companies, including:
Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
The apparel segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. Demand for specialized workwear is rising in a number of areas as workplace safety and regulations receive more attention. To maintain the safety and comfort of employees, large industries such as construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and hospitality are required to wear workwear at working sites.
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The apparel segment was the largest segment and was valued at USD 12,301.61 million in 2017. The growing popularity of custom-designed workwear that reinforces corporate identity is the result of increased corporate brand awareness. The global workwear market has benefited from technological innovations including the incorporation of smart textiles for added functionality. Market players such as 3M and Carhartt offer workwear and uniforms. The demand for apparel is anticipated to grow due to increasing awareness and consciousness as well as strict regulations on safety at work sites. Such factors are expected to drive the market during the forecast period.
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APAC is estimated to contribute 45% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period. Developing countries in the region, such as India, are working to implement safety standards in the workplace. This has fueled the growth of the market in the region and helped it dominate over other geographies. This reduction is the result of close monitoring and increased compliance with occupational health and safety laws. This indicates an improvement in the adoption rate of workplace safety solutions, including workwear and uniforms.
Furthermore, APAC also leads the world in green road projects. Huge population bases, high economic growth rates, and relatively underdeveloped road infrastructure in the countries of the region are attracting significant investment in green road projects. Construction activities in infrastructure projects take place around 24 hours a day, so workwear that improves visibility becomes essential, especially after sunset. Therefore, continued construction activity is expected to increase the demand for workwear in the region. Such factors are expected to drive the growth of the market in APAC region during the forecast period.
In 2020, the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected the workwear market in APAC and witnessed a major decline in revenue. However, in 2021, the initiation of large-scale vaccination drives?lifted the lockdown and travel restrictions. Furthermore, factors such as the return of industrial activity, infrastructure development initiatives, and compliance with strict safety and hygiene regulations are the key factors for the potential growth of the workwear market. In addition, the popularity of e-commerce platforms and growing interest in eco-friendly workwear and uniforms options are expected to fuel market growth in the region during the forecast period.
The workwear market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2017 to 2027.
Workwear Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
153 |
Base year |
2022 |
Historic period |
2017-2021 |
Forecast period |
2023-2027 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 5.75% |
Market growth 2023-2027 |
USD 5,731.19 million |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2022-2023(%) |
5.35 |
Regional analysis |
APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America |
Performing market contribution |
APAC at 45% |
Key countries |
US, China, Japan, India, and Germany |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
3M Co., A. LAFONT SAS, Aditya Birla Management Corp. Pvt. Ltd., Ansell Ltd., Ben F. Davis Co., Berne Apparel, Carhartt Inc., Delta Plus Group, H T Hughes and Co. Ltd., Harveys of Oldham Holdings Ltd., HejMar AB, Honeywell International Inc., Hultafors Group AB, J and A International Ltd., Lakeland Industries Inc., Portwest Clothing Ltd., Sioen Industries NV, VF Corp., W. L. Gore and Associates Inc., and Wearwell Ltd. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, Market condition analysis for forecast period. |
Customization purview |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by Product
7 Market Segmentation by End-user
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
11 Vendor Landscape
12 Vendor Analysis
13 Appendix
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